1998 Lada Samara II vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Lada Samara II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 587 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara II | Supra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
